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Definition of packmule

packmule

/ˈpækˌmjuːl/
pack · mule
Plural:packmules
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packmule Lexical Profile

packmule Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A mule trained and used as a beast of burden to carry heavy loads of goods, supplies, or equipment on its back, especially across rugged or mountainous terrain.

Example

"The expedition relied on a sturdy packmule to transport their camping gear and provisions up the narrow mountain trail."

2

A person who is tasked with carrying an unusually large amount of luggage, shopping bags, or heavy equipment for others, or who performs unglamorous, burdensome labor.

Example

"During the family vacation, he felt like a packmule lugging four heavy suitcases through the train station."

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• Nearby Words

packet
packhorse
packing
packmule
packrat
pact
pacu

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Packmule. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/packmule
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